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“In a family,our acceptance isn’t based on how smart or beautiful or talented we are. It’s based on belonging to each other where we defend & protect our family. The truth is, we are all filled with flaws, with quirks & many annoying traits.” Warren

BCHockey High Performance Officials are at centre ice in Williams Lake along with the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League’s Princeton Posse & Williams Lake Mustangs players honouring the 8th Anniversary of the Humboldt Broncos tragedy. #morethandroppingpucks

The BCHockey Senior AA Coy Cup Officiating Team selected to officiate in Dawson Creek includes; Brett McLean, Scott Morgan, Kevin Lindsay, Derek Nernberg, Brett McCracken, Justin Kristoff, Chris Gallant,Tracy Travis, Brian Hromadnik & BC Hockey Officiating Coach Mallory Smith.

“There is a huge difference between a Leader & Servant Leader. The race to be a Leader is crowded, but the field is wide open for those willing to be a Servant Leader. Serving upward to those in authority are equal to serving downward to your teammates in need” Warren

“You choose each day to watch the scoreboard, focus on your own numbers for more-while seeking personal glory & awards. Or, engage with your present moment teammates & ensure a daily battle for your collective successes while enhancing team growth daily. You choose.”Gordon

“There is a huge difference between Hero & Warrior. The Hero wants to win, they want success, outcome & glory. The Hero watches the score clock & wants a victory. The Warrior isn’t concerned with clock,outcome or glory, they simply love the battle & fight.”Gordon

“There are moments in your life that you serve upward to those in authority & other moments you are serving downward to your peers & partners, either way you live life developing a servant heart that’s willing to go wherever you’re needed.” Warren

“The race to be a great leader is often crowded by those looking for self recognition & recognized title, but the field of play is wide open for those who are willing to be servant leaders” Warren

Shoutout to Dylan Garand (@jdfminorhockey/@DeltaWildHockey) who made his NHL debut with the New York Rangers! 👏

“Once I started looking at every disrespectful adult as an 8 yr old in a big body, my perception of our engagement changed.The truth is,not many emotionally charged adults have the equipping, that doesn’t mean you have to be a victim to their maltreatment.Let them”-Mel Robbins

Next in the Western Canada Officiating Development Partnership’s Quick Hits series, @BCHockey_Refs Coach Larry Krause shares key insights on how we can effectively coach officials to support development and growth at all levels of hockey.

“Teammates don’t care what you know - until they know that you care, they want to feel loved, they want to feel valued & honoured, but most importantly teammates want to feel that you truly understand them” Warren

Mike Campbell, @CloverdaleMHA alumni is skating the Bronze medal game at the Olympics today. Being selected for an event like this as a non-NHL official is a significant accomplishment. However, being selected for a medal deciding game is exceptional! Congratulations Mike!

“Cultivating community takes courtesy & courtesy is respecting our differences, being considerate of each other’s feelings & being patient with teammates who irritate us. Successful Teams defend & protect each other regardless of meaningless insignificant irritants” Warren

“Our life is about far more than creeds, constitutions, regulations, rules, religion or conviction, it’s about character, kindness & conduct” Warren

Back to the Olympics for Mike Campbell! The official from @CloverdaleMHA will take part in his second Olympic Winter Games in Italy, building on his experience from Beijing in 2022. We spoke with him about how the Games will be different this time, and his work developing officials across B.C. Click the link below to read more: bchockey.net/news-listing/c…

AZ’26 Spring Training Schedule 🏜️ Feb 18-24th #bethestandard #weclimbweconquer

In this edition of the Western Canada Officiating Development Partnership, we examine the craft and importance of officiating coaching, a critical factor in the growth and development of officials at all levels of hockey.